Tremor Flashcards

1
Q

Progressive in upper and lower limbs
Worse when trying to complete a task or use arms
Unsteady on feet
Poor proprioception

A

Cerebellar

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2
Q

Shaking hands
Stable since childhood
No other symptoms

A

Postural tremor

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3
Q
Male patient
Bilateral tremor
No other symptoms
Stable
Relieved with alcohol
A

Familial tremor

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4
Q
Resting tremor
Worse when talking
Fine task difficult
Regular falls 
Walking difficult
A

Parkinson’s tremor

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5
Q
Forgetful
Behaviour changes
History of dementia which has worsened
Resting tremor
Falling more often
A

Lewy body dementia

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6
Q
Tremor worse in morning
Seizures
Falls
Memory loss
Relieved by alcohol
A

Alcohol withdrawal

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